Image: Kinder Australia Safety in the bulk materials handling industry is non-negotiable. Kinder’s diverse range of safety products addresses common hazards, enhances maintenance efficiencies, and ensures compliance with stringent safety standards. From advanced maintenance tools to dust suppression systems and safety switches, Kinder’s products prioritises protection for workers, equipment, and the environment. Streamlined belt maintenance …

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Boral has made an acquisition in Victoria, Australia. Image: Benjamin Crone/shutterstock.com Boral has confirmed the acquisition of Sand Supplies Pty Ltd in a move to expand its presence in the construction materials market in Victoria.   The transaction includes Sand Supplies’ two sand quarries in Glen Forbes and Grantville with its employees set to be …

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Metso’s Glenn Oldfield led the training course. Image: Metso Metso has successfully conducted crushing and screening training courses with plans to expand the offering in 2026.    Starting at the fundamental level for all competencies, Metso expert Glenn Oldfield is conducting a one-day course on crushing and screening nationwide.   Metso’s focus was to provide …

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Benedict Recycling will sponsor the Newcastle Knights. Image: Benedict Recycling Benedict Recycling has confirmed it will be an official sponsor of the Newcastle Knights when the NRL returns for the 2025 season.   It will be the sixth year that Benedict Recycling has been a sponsor of the Newcastle Knights since the partnership began in …

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Komatsu Australia has achieved ISO certification for safety and environment. Image: Komatsu Australia Komatsu Australia has achieved ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 which reflect its commitment to safety and environmental management.   The two standards are internationally recognised standards for occupational health and safety management as well as environmental management respectively.   Komatsu executive general …

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Image: Holcim Australia Millions of tonnes of waste have been diverted from landfills through an innovative approach at Holcim Australia’s Eagle Farm site.   The Brisbane concrete plant has managed to diver 4.6 million tonnes from landfill after Holcim Australia undertook a zero-waste disposal initiative as part of its commitment to its Health, Safety, and …

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The Rammer rockbreaking range is trusted in the quarrying industry. Image: Total Rockbreaking Solutions Rammer has unveiled a permanent warranty extension for its hydraulic rockbreakers, which underlines the company’s commitment to reliability and durability.   The new warranty extension applies to all new Rammer rockbreakers, including those registered in 2024. According to Rammer, all other …

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Aptella has partnered with XGRIDS. Image: Aptella Customers can access handheld laser scanning solutions through Aptella’s partnership with XGRIDS. Aptella is collaborating with XGRIDS to bring the Lixel K1 and Lixel L2 Pro series handheld laser scanners to customers across Australia, Southeast Asia, and New Zealand. The Lixel K1 and L2 series are designed for …

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Image: Heidelberg Materials/Aleksej Keksel  Three Australian projects have been nominated for Heidelberg Material’s Quarry Life awards.   Heidelberg Materials Australia announced three projects involving its quarries are up for consideration, including two Queensland projects and one in Western Australia. The competition is running for the sixth time and enables researchers, students, local communities, NGOs, and …

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Concrete panels that will form the retaining wall. Image: Victoria’s Big Build A Victorian quarry’s materials have supported the latest stage of Victoria’s Big Build project development over the Old Calder Highway in Diggers Rest.   The Victorian quarry has supplied more than 10,000 cubic metres of volcanic rock to use as backfill for the …

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